Epic 'Ramayana' Trailer Unveiled, Showcasing Grand Battle Between Rama and Ravana
The first official trailer for Namit Malhotra's mythological film 'Ramayana' was released online, highlighting a visually stunning clash between Ranbir Kapoor's Rama and Yash's Ravana.
Namit Malhotra's upcoming epic 'Ramayana' unveiled its first trailer on July 30, releasing it on the official YouTube page during the auspicious Brahma Muhurat at 4:15 am. The 4-minute, 9-second clip sets the stage for the ancient saga, opening with Yash's Ravana emerging from darkness to claim the throne, followed by sweeping shots of Ayodhya and narration that frames the story. Ranbir Kapoor appears as a modest Lord Rama before transitioning into the warrior prince, with Sai Pallavi portraying Sita, Ravi Dubey as Lakshmana, and Sunny Deol debuting as Hanuman.
The trailer emphasizes the rivalry between Rama's righteousness and Ravana's imposing power, featuring elaborate golden armor, massive armies, mythical creatures, and CGI created by DNEG. Music by Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman underscores the emotional moments, while the film's reported Rs 4,000 crore budget signals an ambitious reimagining of the mythological genre for the Diwali season.
Why it matters
The trailer reveals a high-budget Indian epic that could reshape mythological cinema and attract global attention.
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